A historic route with symbolic power
This year's edition of the 1000 Miglia was a reminder of the legendary "Eight" routes of the pre-war era. The route connected northern and southern Italy as well as the Adriatic coast with the Tyrrhenian Sea. More than 450 historic vehicles started in Brescia and covered a scenic and culturally impressive route.
After starting in Viale Venezia in Brescia, the first stage took the participants to Ferrara, where the Castello Estense provided a special backdrop at dusk. On the second day, the route continued through the winding Mugello region and the picturesque landscapes of the Val d'Orcia to Rome. The third stage began at dawn in the capital and led via Orvieto and Arezzo to the Adriatic Sea in Cervia.
On the fourth day, the riders crossed Versilia, passed the traditional Accademia Navale in Livorno and mastered the historic Passo della Cisa. The final stage was a tribute to the Po Valley with stops in Cremona, Soncino and Franciacorta, before the race ended with a grand reception in Brescia.
Italian podium with an international accent
Andrea Vesco and Fabio Salvinelli continued their impressive winning streak and won for the sixth time in a row. Despite a short gap after the fourth day of racing, they were able to prevail against the strong competition.
Second place went to Argentinians Daniel Andres Erejomovich and Gustavo Llanos, who drove an Alfa Romeo 6C 1500 SS from 1929. Third place went to their compatriots Juan Tonconogy and Barbara Ruffini in an Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 GS from 1931.
Other competitions were held as part of the supporting program of the traditional race: the "Ferrari Tribute 1000 Miglia" was won by Roland Hotz and Giordano Mozzi, who competed in a Ferrari F8 Spider. The 1000 Miglia Green, which focuses on vehicles with alternative drive systems, was won by Mirco Magni and Federico Giavardi in a Polestar 4.
A race as a mirror of Italian identity
The 1000 Miglia 2025 was more than just an automobile race. It was a journey through Italy's cultural and scenic diversity, a moving exhibition of technical history and a collective ritual for drivers, spectators and communities along the route.
The so-called "Freccia Rossa" transformed the towns it passed through into living stages: Lively squares, Apennine passes, historic old towns and small villages formed the backdrop for an event that is deeply rooted in Italian identity. The route led along lesser-known but authentic places that rarely appear in tourist brochures, but which reflect the essence of the country.
At the end, the focus was once again on Brescia, which welcomed the teams with a celebration and thus provided the emotional conclusion to this special edition. The 1000 Miglia 2025 will be remembered as a series of pictures, characterized by human moments, historical splendour and technical elegance.
Map: Brescia
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